Overview

The CATIA MBSE User Days event held on June 18-19 gathered 71 attendees, who engaged in vibrant discussions and extensive networking. The agenda featured a series of insightful presentations on various aspects of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), covering strategy, compliance, simulation, and integration with other systems. The event concluded with three specialized training sessions on June 19, leaving attendees with enhanced knowledge and practical skills.

Agenda and Sessions

June 18

1. CATIA Strategy & Value Proposal for Systems Engineering
   • Speaker: @TC 
   • Summary: Kicking off the event, Tarik Chaib delved into the strategic importance of CATIA in systems engineering. He highlighted CATIA's value proposition and its support for integrated and efficient engineering processes, setting a visionary tone for the day.
2. Automatic Norm Compliance using AI & MBSE
   • Speaker: @MC, Ph.D., Founder & Chief Executive Officer
   • Summary: Dr. Chami captivated the audience with his discussion on leveraging artificial intelligence in conjunction with MBSE to achieve automatic compliance with industry norms and standards. His presentation showcased innovative approaches and cutting-edge solutions that sparked considerable interest.
3. MBSE and domain simulation – Traceability and exchange for SysML artefacts using the SSP format
   • Speaker: Hans-Martin Heinkel
   • Summary: Hans-Martin Heinkel introduced the System Structure and Parameterization (SSP) format, emphasizing its role in enhancing traceability and the exchange of SysML artefacts. His insights into domain simulation within MBSE were both informative and thought-provoking.
4. MBSE for Manufacturing: Securing Strategic Alignment and Producibility of a new Product from the Outset!
   • Speaker: @AT 
   • Summary: Adel Taghiyar highlighted the critical role of MBSE in manufacturing, focusing on how it ensures strategic alignment and producibility from the early stages of product development. His real-world examples resonated well with the audience.
5. Exploring Product Line Engineering in Model-Based Systems
   • Speakers: @MH and @AS 
   • Summary: Morten Huber and Anjuli Singh explored the integration of product line engineering within MBSE. Their discussion on methodologies and benefits for efficient system design offered practical insights and fostered engaging discussions.
6. Burning the silos - How SysML v2 can enable collaboration and what needs to make it effective
   • Speaker: @SR, Dr.
   • Summary: Dr. Simon Roth addressed the enhancements in SysML v2 that facilitate better collaboration among engineering teams. His talk on the necessary steps to leverage these improvements effectively was both practical and forward-looking.
7. Bridging the gap from MBSE to MBD WITH Requirement-In-the-Loop (RIL) Simulation
   • Speaker: @DA
   • Summary: David Diaz discussed bridging the gap between MBSE and Model-Based Design (MBD) through Requirement-In-the-Loop (RIL) simulation. His emphasis on integrating requirements and simulations provided valuable perspectives for the attendees.
8. Systems & Electrical Engineering
   • Speaker: @TB 
   • Summary: Thomas Bovenderd presented on the intersection of systems engineering and electrical engineering within MBSE. His detailed case studies and best practices offered attendees practical takeaways to implement in their own work.
9. Integrate Safety and Cyber Security into MBSE Workflows
   • Speaker: @YH 
   • Summary: Yueying Hu's session focused on integrating safety and cybersecurity measures within MBSE workflows. Her insights into the importance of these aspects in modern engineering processes were highly relevant and well-received.
10. Easy Entry into MBSE 
    • Speakers: @MA  & @JI 
    • Summary: Maik Auricht and Jonas Ittel provided an overview of approaches to simplify entry into MBSE, making it more accessible to newcomers. Their practical advice and encouragement were appreciated by the audience.
11. Wrap Up and Thank you
    • Summary: The day concluded with a wrap-up session, where organizers thanked the participants for their engagement and contributions. The collaborative atmosphere and wealth of knowledge shared were acknowledged and celebrated.
12. Farewell Drink
    • Summary: The event ended on a high note with a farewell drink, offering attendees an opportunity to socialize, reflect on the day's learnings, and foster new connections in a relaxed setting.

June 19 - Trainings

1. Executable Models Best Practices in the Cyber Systems Domain
   • Summary: This training session covered best practices for creating and using executable models in the cyber systems domain. Attendees gained practical applications and techniques to enhance their skills.
2. Software Defined Vehicle – From System Specification in CATIA Magic to Embedded Software
   • Summary: This session explored the journey from system specification in CATIA Magic to the development of embedded software for software-defined vehicles, highlighting the integration process and providing valuable insights.
3. Introduction to Magic Grid and Cyber Security
   • Summary: The final training focused on introducing the Magic Grid framework and its applications in cybersecurity. Attendees left with a foundational understanding of these concepts, ready to apply them in their work.

Conclusion

The CATIA MBSE User Days event successfully brought together industry experts, practitioners, and enthusiasts, fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration. The diverse range of sessions and training provided attendees with valuable insights into the latest trends and practices in MBSE, ensuring they left with actionable knowledge and new connections in the field.

The presentations and some of the replays are in our community wiki for you to watch and share. 

Thank you to all participants for your interest and passion for MBSE!

We are looking forward to seeing you next year again!

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